I grew up in a family where everyone played at least two musical instruments. That’s not a boast. I had to listen to musical scales being played on piano every day during my childhood. For three hours. Every day. I placed my fingers in my ears while cello, violin and viola practice was taking place. … Read more
The band had mercifully stopped massacring a 1970s Steely Dan number and were taking a break. This wasn’t technically the ‘jazz’ that was advertised at this San Miguel de Allende bar, but then not much in San Miguel met expectations, apart from the prettiness of San Miguel. Fortunately, as we’d soon discover, there is more … Read more
The Mariachis on Plaza Garibaldi, Mexico City, are a must if you’re a music lover, photographer or just love taking in local action from a lively square. For us, being serenaded by these talented troubadours, Micheladas in hand, is one of the best ways to spend a night in the capital. So why do so many warn … Read more